Central Maintenance Technician

Description

Position Title: Central Maintenance Technician
Division: Central Maintenance
Salary: 33,844.56
Hourly Rate: $16.27
Department: Utilities
Pay Grade: 10
Location: Valdosta, Georgia
Closing Date: Open until Filled

Overview

The City of Valdosta Utilities Department is accepting applications for the position of full time Utility Maintenance Technician. This position’s duties include:

  • performing technical duties in the maintenance and repair of a water or wastewater treatment plant.
  • Assisting in the maintenance and repair of plant equipment; performs preventative and corrective maintenance.
  • Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of maintenance records.
  • Assisting in the modification and installation of equipment and parts.
  • Monitoring plant observations and reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. Operates a filter press.
  • Operating a front-end loader and other equipment as needed. Cuts grass and maintains plant grounds. Assists in the rebuilding of system books. Cleans and maintains plant tanks.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of treatment plant processes and procedures, city and department policies and procedures, work safety principles and practices, data acquisition and records preparation principles
  • Skills in the operation and maintenance of job-related tools and equipment, inspection of plant processes and the recording of related data, operation of assigned vehicles, oral and written communication
  • At least one (1) to two (2) years’ experience in a related field
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must satisfactorily complete a background check, drug test and pre-employment physical

Applications

Please complete a City of Valdosta Application form and email it to covhr@valdostacity.com to be considered for the position you are interested in applying for. An application must be submitted for each position you are interested in. A resume and cover letter may be attached as additional information only. You may apply in person at the City of Valdosta Human Resources Department, 216 East Central Avenue, Valdosta, GA 31601.

Sorry, no phone calls, please.

The City of Valdosta offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify employer. For more information, go to http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees/e-verify-overview.